Patient Companion

CommonSpirit Health; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in the Brazos Valley is seeking a Patient Care Companion to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will work under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Your responsibilities will include assisting patients with daily activities, monitoring their conditions, and maintaining a clean environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of patients in a supportive and collaborative healthcare setting. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and completion of Patient Care Companion Program required.
• Skills in patient observation and assisting with daily living tasks are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients and assist with daily living activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment while adhering to patient rights.

Skills

Patient Observation

Assistance with Daily Living

Communication Skills

Safety Precautions

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Completion of Patient Care Companion Program

Job description

Overview

St. Joseph Health – Bryan/College Station Navasota Caldwell Madisonville TX. Since 1936, St. Joseph Health has been caring for the communities in and surrounding the Brazos Valley. We have a Level III Trauma Center, the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center, and the first accredited Chest Pain Center in the Brazos Valley. St. Joseph Health is a leader in critical care and the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the region. As an integrated healthcare system, St. Joseph Health includes a comprehensive network of over 100 employed providers including primary care physicians, specialists, and advanced practice clinicians. The network includes more than 30 ambulatory clinics featuring primary care, Express Clinics, and imaging and diagnostic services.

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE
Member of the health care team who works under direct supervision of an RN and performs tasks that optimize patient safety. The PCC is responsible for observing the patient, assisting with activities of daily living, and reporting observations to the RN. Provides assistance in transporting, transferring, and lifting. One PCC may be assigned to monitor two (2) patients in a semi-private room.

ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Must maintain visible contact with the patient at all times.
2. Assists in providing personal hygiene and physical care needs.
3. Accurately measures oral intake and urine output and reports to unit staff for recording.
4. Assists with patient ambulation. Promptly attends to all patient requests. Assists patient with meals. Observes the client for general physical, emotional, and mental conditions and reports all changes in condition.
5. Maintains a clean and safe environment. Provides diversional activities as appropriate. Adheres to patient rights, HIPAA, and patient confidentiality.
6. Demonstrates commitment to the goals and values of the patient and hospital by responding promptly to patient needs, keeping patient environment clean and tidy, performing comfort measures, and reporting to RN any change in patient condition or complaints of pain.
7. Maintains a neat, safe, and orderly work area, keeps patient room clear of obstructions, reports safety issues and broken equipment appropriately, and adheres to patient safety precautions.
8. Demonstrates a commitment to personal growth and development by completing annual mandatory in-services, attending unit-based in-services, and monthly departmental meetings.
9. Communicates with patient, patient’s family, and unit personnel in an accurate, courteous, and professional manner.

Qualifications

Required Licensure and Certifications

*High School Diploma/GED

*Completion of Patient Care Companion Program

PREFERRED Qualifications

*None required